BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Substantial winds were no deterrent for local leaders and community members on Friday as they gathered to celebrate the Grand Opening of Upland Soul Food LLC.
In attendance for the event along with staff and members of the community were members of the Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce, WVU Tech President Dr. Stuart along with his family, a representative for the Office of Senator Manchin, co-owner, Beckley City Councilman, and mayoral candidate Robert Dunlap, and Beckley Mayor Rob Rappold, among others.
”What an exciting day for the City of Beckley,” said Mayor Rappold during Friday’s event. “I can’t say enough about Councilman and his efforts to bring great restaurants to the area.”
Alex Hewitt addressed those in attendance on behalf of Senator Manchin, declaring, “With tasty ingredients, exceptional service, and an unmatched local charm, the commitment to excellence is clear in this wonderful addition to Raleigh County.”
Situated in the uptown Beckley area, Upland Soul offers a wide selection of menu options created from recipes which have been in the Grandjean family for generations.
“[Tamara] has a gift for making people happy through what she prepares here,” Dunlap told LOOTPRESS. “I see something amazing, and I just want to make sure I can share it with as many people in Beckley as possible.”
Upland Soul Food LLC is open Monday – Friday from 10:30am to 6:30pm and can be reached at (304) 777-7513 Additional information can be found at the Upland Soul Food LLC Facebook page.
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